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Origin of Everything
Why Do So Many Religions Have Headwear?
Season 2
Episode 3
Hijabs, yarmulkes, habits, and dastars — why do so many religions have rules about hair? The practice of covering hair is common across many faiths, so today we're talking about various types of head coverings, their significance, and their use throughout history.
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